In 2017 News & Observer and Charlotte Observer utilized their series “Counted Out” to highlight the underrepresentation of students of color and students from low-income backgrounds in advanced placement or gifted courses, despite the fact that they qualified academically. This series resulted in the ratification of House Bill 986, which requires traditional public schools to place any students who scored a Level 5 on a mathematics EOC or EOG in advanced math classes. While this was a great step in the right direction, we still have more work to do to ensure that all students have equitable access to advanced coursework.